Salish Unit Crew Superintendent, Wildland Fire Management Specialist (WFMSpec)

Salish Unit Crew Superintendent, Wildland Fire Management Specialist (WFMSpec) Recruitment #2026-10-A030 Full-time, Permanent, Represented position (WPEA) Location: Northwest Region- Stanwood, WA Salary: $4,517.00 - $6,075.00 Monthly Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 10/21/26. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Northwest Region as a 10-person Salish Unit Crew Superintendent, Wildland Fire Management Specialist (WFMSpec). This position supports the agency's mission by providing wildland fire management services to, and on behalf of, the public. This critical service protects public resources, natural resources, and public safety.

This position serves several important roles for the agency, providing support for the Wildland Fire Protection Strategy and the Forest Health Strategic Plan for EWA. The position helps meet wildland fire suppression needs and supports associated activities during the active fire season. The Salish Fire Suppression Module Superintendent is responsible for leading and training module firefighters in wildfire response, projects, firewise, and forest resiliency. A current NWCG Crew Boss CRWB qualification is required for this position.

Duties Responsibilities: Protects human life and natural resources on department-protected lands while minimizing resource loss and fire costs as outlined in RCW 76.04.015.016. In an effort to reduce unwanted acres burned, it places a high level of readiness and preparedness on safely and effectively operating a hand crew resource on fire assignments. Works closely with other agencies and/or management teams in coordinating fire suppression activities in and adjacent to the district. Often required to work long, irregular hours on workdays, weekends, day or night. These duties may involve fieldwork requiring physical performance calling for above average endurance and superior conditioning. Participates in statewide fire suppression activities. Under the guidance of the Fire Unit Manager, plans and implements training for seasonal crews and interagency cooperators. Instructs seasonal staff, permanent staff, and private contractors as appropriate. Assists with developing the Unit's annual preparedness review. Plans and provides drills and training exercises on a regular basis to the seasonal staff. Ensures safe working practices are followed and holds regular safety meetings and After Action Reviews with assigned staff. Tracks crew training and ensures position task books are completed accurately. Ensures vehicles are serviced regularly, and crew vehicles are equipped and ready for fire suppression. Assists the Fire Unit Manager in developing an operations plan for the fire unit based on fire suppression and preparedness program deliverables. Recommends to the Fire Unit Manager seasonal fire staffing levels, analyzes training needs required to meet Incident Command System and appropriate NWCG position qualification and readiness levels. Assists with implementation of the unit's operational plan and ensures staff, resources, equipment, and facilities are available and ready to meet the Region operational plan. Under the guidance of the Fire Unit Manager, develops and implements annual project work plans for staff. Coordinates work plan activities with other program managers and specialists.

Requirements: Supervisory experience including fire line supervision, NWCG Single Resource Boss – Crew Boss certification, experience interpreting agreements and contracts, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, valid driver's license with 2+ years driving experience, must pass work capacity test annually at arduous level, current red card qualifications

Salary: $54,204.00 - $72,900.00 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-11-29